Why Exactly is Tiago Not Starting?

[NemesysN4R]

Just wondering with all the talk of the Spurs needing a center, why not start Tiago? Is he that bad? If so, what did they see in him to draft him, keep his rights as he played overseas, then bring him over? Hope it wasn't a colossal waiste of time.

[Jose_TheGenius]

i think it's more about balance. if Splitter starts, you have a horrible Diaw/Blair or Diaw/Bonner defensive unit. if Jackson were to stay as backup PF for stretches, it'd be interesting to see him next to Boris. for now though i think it's safe for Splitter off the bench